High School Animal Care Specialist (part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a Flexible Job That Works With Your School Schedule?Join the team at Schwartz Farms, Inc. and gain real-world experience while still focusing on school, sports, and activities. This part-time position is designed specifically for high school students (16+ years old) who want to learn, grow, and earn!At Schwartz Farms, you're not just getting a job - you're joining a team that feels like family. Every day brings something new, and you'll receive hands-on training working directly with animals in a safe and supportive environment.Hello, We're Schwartz Farms, Inc!Founded in 1978, Schwartz Farms began as a crop farming operation and has grown into a leading pork producer in the Midwest.Today, we:Employ over 500 full-time and 100 part-time team membersOperate farms in Minnesota, Kansas, Iowa, South Dakota, and NebraskaWork alongside 300 independent farm familiesWe are proud of our strong team culture, commitment to animal care, and focus on the future.Why This Job Is Perfect for High School StudentsNo experience required - we train you!Flexible scheduling that works around school and activitiesLearn valuable job skills (teamwork, responsibility, communication)Gain hands-on animal care experienceWork in a supportive, team-based environmentAll you need is:A genuine interest in working with animalsA strong work ethicA willingness to learnTo be at least 16 years oldWhat You'll Be Doing:Tasks may include:Provide care for animals, ensuring they have access to food, water and a comfortable environmentAssist with movement of animalsAssist with treating and vaccinating animalsMaintain accurate documentationPromote a safe work environmentMaintain PQA certification status (provided on the job)Follow all SFI bio-security policies and proceduresExhibit strong teamwork, including working to achieve team goals, embracing new technologies, working on new projects, etc.Demonstrate Schwartz Farms' values of integrity, respect, excellence and adaptabilityAdvocate and engage in SFI's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuseAdditional duties may be assigned as they ariseReady to Get Started?If you're motivated, dependable, and excited to work with animals, we'd love to meet you!Apply today and start building your future with Schwartz Farms, Inc.!